SUPERVISES: Non-Supervisory Position

REPORTS TO: Captain

SUPERVISES: Non-Supervisory Position

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To respond to fires, emergency medical and other emergency calls when dispatched.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

· Responds to fire, EMS and other emergency calls.

· Performs fire code enforcement duties and public safety education duties.

· Performs all activities necessary to suppress and extinguish fires.

· Removes individuals from dangerous or hazardous situations.

· Diagnoses EMS problems and performs the prescribed treatment as outlined and authorized by the State of Arizona for level of EMT they are assigned (i.e. Basic EMT, IEMT or Paramedic).

· Conducts pre-fire planning surveys.

· Enters data into computer systems.

· Maintains fire stations and grounds, apparatus assigned to the District and other equipment and fire extinguishing systems.

· Drives apparatus to and from the scene of emergencies.

· Operates fire pumps, water tenders and other specialized apparatus and specialized tools.

· Make minor repairs and adjustments to apparatus and equipment and assists in their mechanical maintenance and repair.

· May be required to act as a relief Engineer or Captain.

· Attends training sessions.

· Performs other duties as assigned or required.

· Compiles records and writes reports relative to personnel, emergency responses, station facilities and other related activities

· Enforces all district policies, regulations and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must Have to Apply

· High school diploma or GED equivalent.

· Valid Arizona Driver’s license

· National and state certified Firefighter I and II, IFSAC certified, First Responder hazardous materials operation certificate.

· State certified at a minimum of Emergency Medical Technician.

Must Achieve within Fire District’s Approved Time Line.

· NIMS certified to fire district’s approval level.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Meets all knowledge requirements as a firefighter

· Knowledge of administrative regulations, policies and guidelines

· Knowledge of fire service hydraulics

· Knowledge of safe driving techniques and Arizona Revised Statues laws concerning emergency driving

· Passed an approved driving course

· Basic understanding of fire apparatus maintenance and operation

· Knowledge of the geography of the fire district.

· Possession of a valid Arizona Driver’s License.

· Skill in effective oral and written communications.

NOTE: Employees must maintain a valid State of Arizona driver’s license for the appropriate class throughout employment with the Arizona City Fire District. A review will be performed annually to verify driver’s license status and review traffic accidents and citations.

Special Requirements: Must pass a fire district approved medical evaluation once a year and pass a bi-annual approved driving course.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: Operates in dangerous, hot and stressful environments.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.